In large bowl, combine butter, sugar, eggs, bran, buttermilk, flour, baking soda and salt. Beat with electric mixer at medium speed just until mixed. Stir in walnuts, currants and apricots.
Spread batter evenly in greased 13 x 9-inch baking pan. Bake in preheated 375 degree F oven about 20 minutes or until edges are browned.
Cool completely in pan on rack. Cut into bars. Wrap individually in plastic wrap. Store in refrigerator.
Servings: 16